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Allison Stein

Allison Stein is an artist, author, editor, photographer, TV addict, geek princess, and cat servant — not necessarily in that order. Look for her watercolor and mixed media originals (and prints!) in the art show and her award-winning short fiction with Yard Dog Press and NobleFusion Press. In addition to serving as cat furniture, Allison is a member of SFWA and co-founder of the NobleFusion writers’ collective (established in 1994). A long-time member of Kansas City Science Fiction & Fantasy Society, Allison serves as social media and marketing manager for ConQuesT (ConQuesTKC.org). By day, she writes software documentation that even technophobes can understand. In her free time, Allison hoards art supplies and practices Advanced Google-Fu. | AllisonStein.com | Facebook.com/allison.stein

4:00 PM | Location: Sooner A

Oops! The Plight of the Evil Genius

“I have created a monster!” Why can’t mad scientists ever figure out that maybe creating an omnipotent computer, or a creature with the strength of ten men, ain't such a great idea (good intentions or not)? What would sf be without the this classic character's hubris?

Moderator: Rhonda Eudaly

Panelists: A. Lee Martinez, Allison Stein, John Scalzi, Pigeon, Rhonda Eudaly, Ted Pennella

Tracks: Film & TV, Writing & Publishing, Science Fiction, Fantasy

10:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room

Late Night Artists Chat

This is a chance for artists and fans to meet in a relaxed setting to talk all things art! Ask questions, share ideas, and socialize. (Hotel side, 2 hours.)

Moderator: Peri Charlifu

Panelists: A. Lee Martinez, Allison Stein, Caleb Masters, Creative Countess, Harold Neal, J.H. Fleming, Jan S. Gephardt, Kimber E Chessmore, Liz Campbell, Lollalotus, Mel White, Melinda LaFevers, Mike Kennedy, Peri Charlifu, Robert Daniels, Scott Zrubek, Sue Sinor, Terry Southard, THE james k burk, Tim Frayser, W. J. Hodgson

Tracks: Art, General Interest, Meetup

3:00 PM | Location: Sooner A

Doctor Who: 60th Anniversary

The iconic sci-fi television show's 60th anniversary is five months away. We'll share our theories if you'll share yours. Allons-y!

Moderator: Julie Barrett

Panelists: Allison Stein, Julie Barrett, Mel White, Rebecca Jackson, Tim Frayser

Tracks: Film & TV, Science Fiction, Pop Culture & Entertainment

5:00 PM | Location: Boomer A

Build a SyFy™ Saturday Night

Soonercon’s classic game-show panel. Panelists spin the wheel for wacky plotline components and actor combinations, and create an original Saturday Night SyFy™ feature!

Moderator: Craig Wolf

Panelists: Allison Stein, Craig Wolf, James Hollaman, Julia S. Mandala, Linda Donahue, Rook Riley, Steven E. Wedel

Tracks: Art, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Gaming, Film & TV, Writing & Publishing

2:00 PM | Location: Sooner A

Helpful Peer-Review Critique Techniques for Writers

As writers, we often depend on each other for critique. It's not always comfortable or easy to give constructive criticism about someone's pride and joy. Join us to discuss how we, the writing community, can help each other improve our works in a pleasant and constructive way. Writers groups and beta readers welcome!

Moderator: Allison Stein

Panelists: Allison Stein, Craig Wolf, Julia S. Mandala, Sally Hamilton, Tommy B. Smith

Tracks: Writing & Publishing, Business & Marketing